Cruising Croatia II: Savoring the Dalmatian Coast
A Culinary Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik
June 19-27, 2026
Starting from $5850/person
Sail the southern Dalmatian coast, where ancient cities, glamorous islands, and centuries-old culinary traditions come together in one unforgettable journey.
From the lively promenades of Split to the storybook walls of Dubrovnik, this voyage immerses you in the vibrant heart of Croatia’s coastal culture—aboard a private yacht designed for relaxed luxury.
This itinerary highlights the richness and diversity of southern Dalmatia. You’ll stroll medieval towns like Hvar and Korčula, sip local wines, and feast on traditional dishes at family-run estates. Taste oysters straight from the sea in Ston Bay, visit the lush forests and saltwater lakes of Mljet National Park, and enjoy plenty of time to relax, swim, and soak in the turquoise beauty of the Adriatic.
From swimming in secluded coves to farewell toasts on deck beneath the lights of Dubrovnik, this tour celebrates both Croatia’s world-famous flavors and its legendary coastal charm. It’s the perfect itinerary for travelers looking to combine culture, cuisine, and cinematic scenery—all at a gentle island-hopping pace.
Optional: enrich your Croatian experience by adding on another cruise experience from Šibenik to Split before this tour!
Tour Highlights
Guided tours like in Dubrovnik's UNESCO-protected old town, acquainting you with their most important monuments and hidden spots.
Visit the UNESCO protected Stari Grad Plain, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful sunset with traditional local products and a tasty “peka” dinner, surrounded by olive groves and fields of lavender.
Daily swim stops in secluded bays with clear blue waters where you can jump (or climb easily) off the swim platform to swim or use any of the snorkel or paddling equipment.
A stop on the island Bisevo to see a stunning natural phenomenon - the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave is famous all over the world for its extraordinary, magical, indescribable silver-blue light.
In Ston, well known for its long tradition of oyster farming, we'll visit an oyster farm in the middle of the bay. With a glass of wine in hand, we'll be tasting oysters straight from the sea!
Pricing and other details
Balcony Deck* (Double occupancy): $6950/person
Lower Deck (Double occupancy): $5850/person
*Balcony vs. Lower Deck:
- Generally cabins on the lower deck tend to be very slightly larger – due to hull construction - and a bit cooler and quieter.
- Lower deck cabins have portholes in the cabin, where the Balcony Cabins are on the upper deck with larger windows and a private balcony.
- Please note: due to the limited number of cabins, single occupancy rooms ARE available, but there will be a 100% supplement.
- All cabins can be configured either with one bed or two separate twin beds. No triples are available.
HOW TO REGISTER:
1. Click the "Book Now" button to begin the booking process.
2. A deposit of 50% is due upon booking to reserve your spot, along with a signed & completed Terms & Conditions. Booking is not considered confirmed until deposit has been received.
3. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Pricing includes:
- One night hotel accommodation in Split, 8 days/7 nights charter with crew.
- Transfers to/from the airport on arrival and departure (see "Flights" section for details). Luggage handling for boarding/departing the boat.
- All planned excursions
- Experienced tour director and local guides
- Meals included: Welcome dinner in Split. Breakfast (buffet) and Lunch (3 course) daily for all passengers while onboard, dinner prepared onboard by a top Croatian Chef or organized in outside restaurants based on the itinerary
- Drinks on board included - Coffee: espresso/macchiato/cappuccino, Soda: Coca-cola/Fanta/Sprite/Ginger Ale, Red-Bull, still & sparkling water, orange/apple/pineapple/cranberry juice, house wine - white/red/sparkling, draft beer.
- Daily cabin service, fresh bed linen midweek, change of bathroom towels twice per week (or as per additional request). Beach towel per person per week.
- SUP, kayak, snorkeling gear.
Not Included:
- Airfare (including international airport taxes, airport porters and extra baggage fees)
- Port fees and taxes: 75,00€ per person per week – to be paid onboard in cash.
- Optional excursion: National park of Mljet, 25,00€ per person
- Travel Insurance
- Additional drinks from the bar (anything not included in the drinks above) – per consumption. Guests will receive a tab at the end of the cruise to be paid in cash.
- Gratuity for porters, Cruise Manager & Crew (the value of the tip is up to the guest, but as a guide, recommended amounts for Cruise Manager: €50-60 per guest for the week; Crew (all vessel services and assistance with luggage): €100-120 per guest per week).
- Any spending during free time, personal purchases, extraneous hotel charges (minibar, laundry service, etc.), entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities.
Each member of the tour will be responsible for booking their own international flights.
Starting point of this cruise is Split, Croatia and the end point is Dubrovnik, Croatia. Flights are not included in the tour cost.
Arrival transfers will be from the Split (SPU) airport to the group hotel in downtown Split on 19 June and will be arranged based on your arrival time. Departure transfers on 27 June will be from the port to the Dubrovnik airport (DBV). If staying on in Dubrovnik, a transfer can be provided to your hotel if it is within a reasonable distance from the port (within Dubrovnik).
Any additional private transfers would be at your own cost.
A few items of note for some of the destinations and the trip as a whole to help set expectations and better prepare you for the trip. Some of the expectations are outlined in the Terms & Conditions form that you will use to register (see specifically the Traveler Code and Traveler Expectations sections), but to reiterate some as they specifically relate to this Cruising Croatia itinerary.
Cuisine - Our food tours focus heavily on the culinary specialities of each region and town we visit. So when we arrange a lunch/dinner or culinary experience, we are working with those restaurants to plan menus in advance that highlight the seasonal produce, and dishes that reflect the region we’re in. As we will be on the sea, you can expect some wonderful fresh seafood!
We will be collecting some of this information at a later date from you, but if there are food allergies we need to be aware of, please let us know and we will inform the on-board chef, who will do their best to accommodate them. If there are entire categories of food that you just don’t eat (and are not willing to try), this might not be the tour for you!
Terrain: In many of the medieval towns we will be visiting, streets will be made of cobblestones and limestone paving. Guests should be sure on their feet (especially important on a moving boat!) and stay alert to their surroundings.
Excursions: You should be comfortable getting on and off our boat and any smaller tender boats without assistance, and be comfortable with a walking tour lasting about an hour (at a slow pace). With all of our excursions, you are not forced to participate if something like this is not your ’thing.’ You always have the option to stay behind and enjoy some free time on your own (please note, as mentioned in the Terms & Conditions, there is no compensation or refund for any portion of the tour or excursion you do not participate in).
About the Ship
The first thing you’ll notice as you come on board our yacht will likely be the beautiful and spacious sun deck, a perfect spot equipped with beds where you can relax in the shade or soak up the sun. You may also want to explore the lounge area where you might enjoy a good book or take a dip in the jacuzzi with a cool drink before jumping off the swim platform for some water fun. When you're ready to retire for the day, your cabin comes with all the amenities you would want on journey such as this, as they’re all equipped with private showers and bathrooms, safes, TVs and air conditioning. Click below to see photos or learn more about the boat specs.